Where to Find Santa Claus in Charlotte’s Malls
Have a holly-jolly visit with the man in red at these shopping centers—and maybe even meet the Grinch!
Blakeney Shopping Center | Throughout December
9870 Rea Rd., 980.474.1660
Spend time with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Blakely this season. Visit Santa for photos at his custom-built house on the Village Green on Dec. 1-2. 8-9 and 15-16. Don’t miss the holiday tree lighting event on Dec. 1.
Carolina Place Mall | Nov. 22-Dec. 24
11025 Carolina Place Pkwy., Pineville, 704.542.4111
‘Tis the season to pose for photos with St. Nick! Pictures take place on the lower level near Dillard’s. Book your reservations online and receive a free phone call from Santa. Pet nights on Nov. 27-28 & Dec. 4-5. On Dec. 3, you can take part in the Santa Cares experience, the chance to have a private photo with Santa.
Concord Mills | Nov. 22-Dec. 24
8111 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, 704.886.5000
Make merry at the Santa Photo Experience at Concord Mills. Book your photo, then look out for the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who from 5-7 pm. There will also be holiday crafts and a winter wonderland. Caring Santa, a private photo with Santa, takes place Dec. 3.
Northlake Mall | Nov. 27, Dec. 4-5
6801 Northlake Mall Dr., 704.921.2000
Northlake Mall offers photos with Santa for your furry family members—Pet Nights are Nov. 27 and Dec. 4-5 from 5-7 pm.
Metropolitan | Dec. 9
1111 Metropolitan Ave., 704.552.1700
Have your picture taken with Santa and get free digital images, hot cocoa, cookies and face painting. First come, first served, Dec. 9 from 11 am-3 pm. There will also be photo opportunities with the Grinch.
SouthPark Mall | Through Dec. 24
4400 Sharon Rd., 704.364.4411
SouthPark is also taking reservations for photos with Santa, and will have a pet night on Dec. 10. On Dec. 3, you can take part in the Caring Santa experience, the chance to have a private photo with Santa. On Dec. 10 is Breakfast With Santa.
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s | Through Dec. 24
Multiple Locations
Celebrate the magic of the season at these sports goods department stores. Reserve your spot online for a free photo with Santa, then enjoy the decked-out halls and make merry at Santa’s Toy Shop.
